April 17, 2024
Lake County Free Clinic has earned a 2024 Gold Rating
from the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) Quality Standards Program.

The National Association of Free and Charitable Clinic’s mission is building healthy communities for all through quality, equitable, accessible healthcare. The NAFC and its members are dedicated to ensuring that patients receive access to quality healthcare. 

To quantify and qualify the care provided at the Free and Charitable Clinic network, the NAFC formalized a set of Quality Standards for member organizations.

NAFC Members voluntarily submit information to the NAFC on the various policies and procedures in place to attain their standards rating and attest/pledge that they successfully incorporate these standards within
their organization. 

NAFC Quality Standards elements include policies and procedures related to the following areas: Administrative, Clinic/Pharmacy Responsibilities,
Credentialing and Privileging Systems, Patient Care, and Risk Management Systems.

We are excited to receive this rating highlighting our commitment to providing quality patient care. For more information on the NAFC, please visit www.nafcclinics.org